There are many different lists of traits that define Kindergarten Readiness. This list of traits should give the reader an idea of what is reasonable.

 

Basic Benchmarks

These tasks are examples of what children may have either mastered or come close to accomplishing by the time they start kindergarten:

Motor Skills

• Traces on the line
• Enjoys cutting with scissors
• Balances on one foot
• Bounces a ball
• Hops and skips
• Gets dressed independently

Math

• Counts in sequence 1–10
• Identifies shapes
• Identifies numerals 1–10
• Sorts and classifies
• Patterning

Social and Emotional

• Initiates free play activities
• Follows 2-step directions
• Completes a task the first time it is assigned
• Finish one task before beginning another
• Work independently for at least 10 minutes
• Generate solutions to simple problems in life
• Interacts with and plays with peers
• Asks to participate in school-related activities

Language Arts and Writing

• Identifies some letters
• Rhymes words
• Experiments with sounds
• Begins to write letters and numerals
• Enjoys being read to
• Speaks in sentences using five to six words
• Looks at pictures and tells stories about them

Brenda Hardin, kindergarten teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy, advises, “It is crucial to consider all aspects of your child’s development when debating entrance into kindergarten. A child may be academically ready to start school, but lacking appropriate social and emotional skills which are absolutely vital to ensuring a successful education.”

How To Prepare Your Child?

Finally, the following are some ideas about how to help your child as they get closer to starting kindergarten:
• Help your child write their name
• Explore shapes and colors
• Learn letters and their sounds
• Enjoy numbers, including counting together (count stairs, birds, etc.)
• Discover words that rhyme
• Read, read, read to your child—read books to your child and read the words that are part of their everyday world (signs on buildings, boxes, etc.)
• Sort similar objects by color, size, and shape
• Talk about the days of the week
• Draw, cut, and run
• Play games
• Provide opportunities for your child to socialize with others
• Practice taking turns
• Model appropriate problem-solving techniques

(https://www.learningliftoff.com/kindergarten-is-your-child-ready/)